Two Hyundai Models Named 2011 "Best Bets" From The Car Book

2011.02.24 00:00:00No. 1198

TWO HYUNDAI MODELS NAMED 2011 “BEST BETS” FROM THE CAR BOOK

Genesis and Sonata Recognized for Meeting the Safety and Performance Needs of the American Car Buyer

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 24, 2011–
Two Hyundai models, Genesis and Sonata earned the distinction of “BEST BETS”
from The Car Book
and the Center for Auto Safety, the nation’s leading auto safety advocacy group. For Genesis, this is the third year in a row that it’s been honored with the “BEST BETS”
distinction.
“We appreciate the fact that Hyundai has made a significant contribution to improving the market choices for the American car buyer,” said Jack Gillis, author, The Car Book. “
During these most challenging times for the auto industry, the fact that Hyundai vehicles have the quality and features most important to today’s car buyer is a testament to their desire to meet customer needs.”
For 31 years, The Car Book
has selected vehicles for the “BEST BETS”
honor, based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today’s consumer. The Car Book
analyzes new vehicles each year to identify those making a significant contribution to improving the market. “BEST BETS
” vehicles are rated in nine key Car Book
categories: crash tests, safety features, rollover, preventative maintenance, repair costs, warranty, fuel economy, complaints, and insurance, with the heaviest emphasis on safety.
“Having two Hyundai models named as ‘BEST BETS’
by The Car Book
demonstrates our continued commitment to excellence in quality, value and design for all of the vehicles in the Hyundai lineup,” said Scott Margason, director, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “The Genesis and Sonata are prime examples of models that not only meet but exceed customer expectations in safety and performance.”
Hyundai’s all-new 2011 Sonata represents a modern approach to the traditional midsize sedan segment by using only advanced four-cylinder engines, emotional design and luxury features offered with Hyundai’s strong value proposition. The Sonata launched with a new Theta II 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine and in-house six-speed automatic transmission and also offers both hybrid and turbo powertrain options.
Hyundai’s 2009 North American Car of the Year-winning Genesis sedan sets a new benchmark in the premium car category. With a starting price of just $33,000, Genesis includes performance and luxury features typically found on vehicles costing thousands of dollars more including Smart Cruise Control, touch-screen navigation, electronic parking brake with automatic vehicle hold, Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFLS), Lexicon® audio systems and electronic active head restraints.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 800 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle warranty, Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and 5-years of complimentary Roadside Assistance.